Love is divine, love is eternal. There is no beat to the feeling of being truly loved. Even science has agreed to certain factors regarding such feelings humans go through. A research team has observed that people who are involved in high-quality relationships have a better health both, mental and physical. Factors taken into consideration for drawing such conclusions were partner hospitality, satisfaction, support, questions about criticism, affection, kindness and commitment.

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You must have observed whenever you come out in sudden sunlight from a cool or dark place, you sneezed uncontrollably? A lot of us would say yes! This is known as photic sneeze reflex. It is a condition of sneezing after being exposed to a bright light. It is a quite known genetic quirk which is still not explained by science. Hence, take care.

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There are several issues which make people faint. Older people, particularly aged over 65-years of age usually faint due to low blood pressure levels. Dehydration is another health issue which makes people faint. In this, the amount of fluid in your blood is significantly reduced and blood pressure decreases. Diabetic people urinate frequently which eventually leads to dehydration. Fainting also occurs due to heart diseases which interfere with the brain’s blood supply.

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Recently a study has claimed that exposure to blue light can significantly improve the functioning of your brain. They observed that by getting a short exposure to blue light, a person is able to make critical decisions faster. Results show that a short single exposure can improve reaction time and produce efficient responses during heavy brainwork activities even after the exposure has ended.

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If you are trying to get up early in the morning, whether you have to rush to work or plan for studies, hitting the snooze button is scientifically bad for your health. People set multiple alarms much in advance to the time they actually want to wake up and use the snooze button to finally get up at the desired time. It is advised that you must set an alarm for only when you need to wake up and set that habit of waking up. Hitting the snooze button cuts down on your sleep and even makes you tired and slow for the rest of the day.

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Being alone or being surrounded with friends largely affects your reasoning skills. A new study has revealed that when people are surrounded by friends have wise reasoning skills as compared to people who stay alone. A team conducted a study recording reflections of participants in everyday challenges. They observed differences in wise reasoning in both the contexts, social and non-social. Hence, to improve your mind’s ability to reason, engage more with people.

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Obesity is higher in areas where artificial lights blaze all night compared to places which are in darkness after sunset which is healthy. Artificial lights contribute to overweight in men as well as women as much as eating junk food, says a study. Lights during bedtime might contribute to obesity by suppressing the melatonin production which regulates sleep cycles. They also lead to social jet lag or disruption of body’s natural rhythms where people wake up at odd times during night.

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It is a known fact that insufficient sleep hampers with the ability of your brain to perform several important functions. People who do not get enough sleep are at an increased risk of developing high blood pressure, diabetes, heart diseases etc. There is a natural and easy trick to put an end to turning and tossing on the bed. It requires you to consume a mixture of coconut oil, honey and sea salt which can effectively relax your mind and body. Go ahead, give it a try tonight!

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If you just knew there is a great amount of wellness and enjoyment attached to dancing, wouldn’t you take it? Of course you would! Turns out depending on the type of moves you do, you can give a great deal of exercise to your heart, lungs and muscles in the body. Dancing has also known to be stress booster and with the touch of right music, you feel motivated and energetic. It helps greatly on an emotional level. Dancing also provides flexibility and balance to your body. Besides, consuming healthy juice after dancing adds greatly to the health and wellness.

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Your unique set of skills is one of the ways to help yourself stand out in the crowd. But in order to boost that image and throw an influencing effect you need to know your network, be a social media savvy and be able to use technology to your advantage. The healthiest way is to be a mingling personality in the organisation. Introduce yourself to everyone and attend all corporate events. Be professional with your social media presence as well. Indulge yourself in new upcoming trends and tech updates and use it to your advantage.

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The Lifestyle of pets such as food habits, vet visits, bathing and haircuts everything needs to be taken care of to keep them healthy during summer. To avoid indigestion and heat stroke it is very important to keep them hydrated throughout the day. Adding dog ice-cream and cucumber to their diet, feeding them juicy fruits will help him beat the heat. Moreover, use the shampoo with menthol content, mix drinking water with glucose and give them anti-parasites to save them from ticks.

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Workaholics must realize the importance of slowing down and getting a break so that they improve the quality of life. Take a day off, get rid off all the electronic devices for some time and spend some time alone and live in the silence. If possible, walk from office to home and enjoy the fresh air. Walk in the morning sunlight and provide yourself with Vitamin D which has incredible health benefits to offer. Lastly, getting an 8-hour good night’s sleep is essential to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

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Marriage does not stop you from staying fit. You can adopt a healthy lifestyle even after tying the knot. For that, the first thing you must do is stop wearing clothes according to your size and weight for any occasion. Plan some outdoor activities with your partner like long walks and have a healthy sex life. Physical activeness is a must so keep yourself indulged in the household chores. Choose nutritional, low-calorie meals and always stock your kitchen with healthier foods.

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The fat stored in the body is affected by our exposure to chemicals which are found in everyday products like soap, plastics or nail polish, according to a new study. The plastic receives its bendy stretch from a chemical called Phthalates. These chemicals are harmful to the health if they enter the body. It may lead to several diseases including obesity. Obesity is a big concern in humans today and of course, genetic components contribute to the development of obesity.

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Most of the time, we do not listen to the bits of advice of our parents which are towards adopting good habits. Even if we do listen, we definitely don’t follow. Similarly, when some elder would have asked you to wash your hands after touching the money, you must have laughed! Health experts have recently stated that currency notes contain a lot of germs and bacteria that affect the digestive system of the body which leads to intestinal complications like diarrhoea. Hence, you must wash your hands well.

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Unlike other items, some food items should not be stored in a fridge as soon as you shop them home. For example, tomatoes will not ripen if stored in a fridge and will lose flavour. Storing Potatoes in the fridge will turn their starch into sugar and spoil their texture and become sweet and faded when cooked. Ripe bananas can be stored in the fridge but if they are put in while they are green and hard, they would not ripen. Onions and Garlic should also be stored in a dry place and not in a refrigerator.

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The latest campaign for McVitie's as 'healthier marie' is to make the brand a crucial part of a buyer’s regular consumed product. The campaign ignites a homemakers' zeal to implement a healthy lifestyle and the wish to look for food and beverages that are healthier for them and their family. It increases the brand attraction by addressing it as a healthier option for regular consumption.

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Incorporate Green vegetables in your diet as they are packed with nutrients and are good for blood vessels, Beans to stabilize blood sugar and curb food cravings, Onions to boost cardiovascular and immune systems, Mushrooms that is highly beneficial for the prevention of breast cancer and Berries being rich in nutrient can lower the risk of diabetes, heart disease and cancers.

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Is your stomach growing constantly? This could be a case of a bloated stomach. Don't worry, It can be treated easily with some lifestyle changes. Experts say that chewing food slowly and a little amount of physical activity works well for reducing a bloated stomach. Other changes include keeping a check on the salt intake, eating wisely, avoiding carbonated drinks and chewing gums and drinking water regularly.

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A healthy heart is essential for a healthy lifestyle. The American Heart Association after a survey presented seven basic measures that can help people improve their heart health. These include managing blood pressure, maintaining cholesterol levels, reducing blood sugar, increasing physical activity, eating better, losing weight and stopping smoking.

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